Faurecia and MAHLE to collaborate on technologies for thermal management of the Cockpit of the Future

Within the framework of this cooperation, Faurecia will bring its unique expertise as a full interior system integrator. MAHLE adds its holistic thermal expertise for passenger comfort and energy efficiency. The two companies have already identified several potential collaboration fields addressing topics such as air distribution, air conditioning integration solutions for electric vehicles and the… Continue reading Faurecia and MAHLE to collaborate on technologies for thermal management of the Cockpit of the Future

Most exciting news at the Detroit Auto Show: These are the car stars of the Detroit Motor Show

At the Detroit auto show, carmakers like to drive fatter: once again, freshly renovated pickup models and SUVs are in the limelight. Mercedes skillfully plays the fat-baking game, VW relies on a sedan new edition. In electric cars, a US-traditional manufacturer is listening – with an announcement. Chevrolet Silverado: 4 inches longer, up to 200… Continue reading Most exciting news at the Detroit Auto Show: These are the car stars of the Detroit Motor Show

BMW wants to grow stronger in 2018: BMW expects sales growth of up to 5 percent

All articles and backgrounds 01/15/2018 BMW wants to grow stronger in 2018 BMW Group sold 2.46 million cars last year BMW BMW X2: In the US, the X-series is very popular. With her, BMW wants to make the U-turn in the current year BMW Show stock market chart expects further growth for 2018. The sales… Continue reading BMW wants to grow stronger in 2018: BMW expects sales growth of up to 5 percent

Ford 300-mile all-electric SUV may be named Mach 1; due 2020

Follow John [embedded content] The big new debuts at the 2018 Detroit auto show are largely pickup trucks, one of them being the new mid-size 2019 Ford Ranger. Ford also introduced a new Bullitt Mustang, honoring the 51st anniversary of the legendary 1968 movie, and a high-performance ST version of the Edge crossover. (Is it… Continue reading Ford 300-mile all-electric SUV may be named Mach 1; due 2020

Lexus Carves Out a New Flagship Luxury Crossover with Lexus LF-1 Limitless Concept

DETROIT, Jan. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Like molten metal being forged into a fine Japanese sword, the lines of the Lexus LF-1 Limitless concept have the potential to shape the future of a flagship luxury crossover for Lexus. Lexus established the luxury crossover segment two decades ago with the global debut of the RX 300 at Detroit.… Continue reading Lexus Carves Out a New Flagship Luxury Crossover with Lexus LF-1 Limitless Concept

Lexus Carves Out a New Flagship Luxury Crossover with Lexus LF-1 Limitless

Jan. 15, 2018 DETROIT―Jan. 15, 2018―Like molten metal being forged into a fine Japanese sword, the lines of the Lexus LF-1 Limitless concept have the potential to shape the future of a flagship luxury crossover for Lexus. Lexus established the luxury crossover segment two decades ago with the global debut of the RX 300 at… Continue reading Lexus Carves Out a New Flagship Luxury Crossover with Lexus LF-1 Limitless

OPTIS and Lucid Motors Announce Collaboration at CES 2018, Use Simulation Technology to Develop the Next …

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 09, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — OPTIS, the leading global virtual prototyping company, and Lucid Motors, a luxury mobility company defining a new class of premium electric vehicles, today announce their partnership to virtually test the next generation of automotive lighting solutions. The partnership uses OPTIS’s software and expertise to rapidly develop and… Continue reading OPTIS and Lucid Motors Announce Collaboration at CES 2018, Use Simulation Technology to Develop the Next …

NIO Launches ES8 SUV with New User Experience

NIO officially launches the ES8 in China with a base price of RMB  448,000, and unveils a battery rental plan. NIO Pilot is the first advanced driver-assistance system (ADAS) equipped with the Mobileye EyeQ4 system, featuring Highway Pilot, Traffic Jam Pilot, and automatic emergency braking NIO unveils NOMI, the world’s first in-car AI system ES8… Continue reading NIO Launches ES8 SUV with New User Experience

Driving an electric car costs half as much as gasoline

Electric vehicles cost less than half that of gasoline, according to a study about fuel costs published on Thursday by the University of Michigan. The average cost to operate an electric vehicle in the United States is $ 485 per year, while the average for a gasoline vehicle is 1,117, according to the study by… Continue reading Driving an electric car costs half as much as gasoline

Fiat Chrysler’s Marchionne: The Future of Cars Will Be Electric and Commoditized

Sergio Marchionne, one of the longest-serving CEOs in the auto industry, has a stark warning: Carmakers have less than a decade to reinvent themselves or risk being commoditized amid a seismic shift in how vehicles are powered, driven and purchased. Developing technologies like electrification, self-driving software and ride-sharing will alter consumers’ car-buying decisions within six… Continue reading Fiat Chrysler’s Marchionne: The Future of Cars Will Be Electric and Commoditized